Viscount Hampden
1790
oil
From the collection of Clark Art Institute
1790
oil
From the collection of Clark Art Institute
Viscount Hampden is a 1790 oil by Thomas Gainsborough, a Rococo painting work, held at Clark Art Institute.
This portrait painting depicts a man with white, curly hair and a brown jacket over a white lace shirt. The background is dark, with a lighter section behind the man's head. The man's face is turned slightly to the right, and he appears to be holding something in his left hand, which is not clearly visible. The overall atmosphere of the painting is formal and dignified. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's face and upper body. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
